The systemd Controversy: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding the Debate
In the world of Linux, few debates have stirred as much controversy as the battle between the traditional System V init system, often known as SysVinit, and the newer systemd.
In this article, I'll briefly discuss what systemd is, what advantages and disadvantages it has over the traditional init systems and why it is controversial.
As a Linux user hailing from the older days of UNIX, my preference leans toward the traditional init system. However, I've come to accept systemd, seeing some of its benefits despite my initial resistance. Each system has its own place in the Linux world, and it's important to understand both.
The systemd debate continues. What is your take on it?